timelier; timeliest
1
: coming early or at the right time
a timely decision
timely payment
2
: appropriate or adapted to the times or the occasion
a timely book
timeliness
noun
1
: in time : opportunely
the question was not … timely raised in the state court—
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Examples of timely in a Sentence
Adjective
Her very timely book examines the effects of global warming on the world's climates.
She always responds to my requests in a timely fashion.
Recent Examples on the WebFirst 5 La, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
With extraordinary access and urgent storytelling, Antidote anchors its timely narrative on whistleblowers and activists who have worked to uncover Vladimir Putin’s deadly regime — and are now facing dangerous and fatal consequences for their courageous actions.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
The dogs had not been given medication in a timely manner.
—Matt Novak / Gizmodo, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
Dear Participant Team, For 20 years, Participant has stood as the leading global media company focused on timely and emotionally transformational stories which speak to the world’s most pressing issues.
—Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Apr. 2024
Potential LRDs exist in 2030, given adequate funding and timely resolution of issues.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2024
Finally, the installation team arrives to build out the new system, ensuring timely and efficient renovation with pristine clean-up.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
Their ability to provide relevant and timely travel insights despite these challenges underscores a commitment to reliable and adaptive leadership in the travel domain.
—Tyler Shepherd, Detroit Free Press, 2 Apr. 2024
Fans love the timely, relevant story—especially Liciapru, who gave props to host Hannah Miller, a Bloomberg crypto and tech reporter.
—Eda Yu, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Apr. 2024
Adjective
This underscores the importance of early screening and timely access to supportive services.
—First 5 La, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
With extraordinary access and urgent storytelling, Antidote anchors its timely narrative on whistleblowers and activists who have worked to uncover Vladimir Putin’s deadly regime — and are now facing dangerous and fatal consequences for their courageous actions.
—Jack Dunn, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
The dogs had not been given medication in a timely manner.
—Matt Novak / Gizmodo, Quartz, 17 Apr. 2024
Dear Participant Team, For 20 years, Participant has stood as the leading global media company focused on timely and emotionally transformational stories which speak to the world’s most pressing issues.
—Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Apr. 2024
Potential LRDs exist in 2030, given adequate funding and timely resolution of issues.
—William Harwood, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2024
Finally, the installation team arrives to build out the new system, ensuring timely and efficient renovation with pristine clean-up.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 10 Apr. 2024
Their ability to provide relevant and timely travel insights despite these challenges underscores a commitment to reliable and adaptive leadership in the travel domain.
—Tyler Shepherd, Detroit Free Press, 2 Apr. 2024
Fans love the timely, relevant story—especially Liciapru, who gave props to host Hannah Miller, a Bloomberg crypto and tech reporter.
—Eda Yu, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Apr. 2024
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/timely. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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